When you read your history books, you might think that all of the spies, heroes, and warriors who led and fought in the American Revolutionary War were men, but that just isn't true! This book combines bright pictures, interesting facts, and funny stories to tell the tales of a few of the women who helped make and shape this country. Some of the women crossed enemy lines to deliver important messages, and some wrote essays and newspaper articles supporting the American fight for independence. Some of them even dressed up like soldiers and joined the fighting! If you think that history is boring, think again. These incredible women made a difference, and had an exciting time doing it!

Similar books: Sea Queens by Jane Yolen; Wild Women of the West by Jonah Winter

Reviewed by: lauraf

Date read: 5/14/2012

ISBN-10: 0689858086

ISBN-13: 9780689858086

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Insect Detective by Steve Voake is a gentle read about the fascinating world of insects. In this beautifully illustrated book the author uses large and small text to take the young reader on a journey outside. It encourages the reader to take a closer look at the creatures that are all around us. Insects are introduced to the reader as amazing and exciting creatures that are everywhere we go. The author also includes some easy-to-do experiments that will allow the reader to examine insects more closely. This is the perfect book for the beginning scientist.

Similar authors: Jim Arnosky; Louise Spilsbury; Carmen Bredeson; Peter Stein; Don McLeese

Similar books: Creep and Flutter: The Secret World of Insects and Spiders by Jim Arnosky; Backyard Bugs by Louise Spilsbury; Can You Find These Bugs? by Carment Bredeson; Bugs Galore! by Peter Stein; Insects by Don McLeese

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 6/22/2012

ISBN-10: 0763644471

ISBN-13: 9780763644475

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Isabella grew up in a cold, drafty castle in Castile, now a part of Spain. In the 1400s, when Isabella lived, Spain was divided into 5 kingdoms, and Castile was the largest. She became queen of Castile, and married Ferdinand, who ruled another kingdom, Aragon. Together they ruled the largest region in Spain. Isabella fought alongside her husband and their armies - she even wore armor! She was loved by her people, and she worked hard to be a just queen. Her children were each born in a different part of the kingdom because Queen Isabella was always traveling wherever her people needed her. Read about the Queen that sent Columbus to the Americas.

Reviewed by: sc

Date read: 4/14/2009

ISBN-13: 9780531200339

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Janusz Korczak loved children. Growing up in Poland, he saw how children were treated and wanted to make their lives a little easier and brighter. When Janusz became a young man, he studied to become a doctor. He wanted to make sure that all children, rich or poor, could get proper medical care. In 1912, he constructed an orphanage to take care of the children that no one wanted. When German soldiers invaded Poland in 1939, the lives of all Jewish children were in peril. Janusz did all he could to protect them. However, tragically in 1942, Adolf Hitler sent Janusz and his 192 orphans to Treblinka, a concentration camp. Even though there were many offers to save him, Janusz refused to be separated from the children in his care. He and his orphans lost their lives in the concentration camp. Read how one man's dedication, kindness, and generosity of spirit made the world a better place for children.

Similar books: The Champion of Children: The Story of Janusz Korczak by Tomasz Bogacki; King Matt the First by Janusz Korczak Shadow of the Wall by Christa Laird

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 8/2/2010

ISBN-10: 1580132553

ISBN-13: 9781580132558

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'Joan of Arc: Heroine of France' by Ann Tompert is a beautifully written and illustrated narrative biography of the life of St. Joan. Joan was born in the village of Domremy, France over 500 years ago. Before she reached the age of 17, she was visited by St. Michael the Archangel and instructed by God to take command of the French forces. Her mission was to drive the English out of France and to help lead the Dauphin Charles to Rheims to become 'officially' crowned the King of France. Although her life ended in tragedy, Joan accomplished her mission and has become one of the most famous and beloved heroines of France.

Similar authors: Josephine Poole; Diane Stanley; Shana Corey

Similar books: Warrior Girl: A Novel of Joan of Arc by Paulie Chandler; Joan of Arc by Josephine Poole; Saint Valentine by Ann Tompert; St. Patrick by Ann Tompert; Grandfather Tang's Story by Ann Tompert; Joan of Arc by Shana Corey

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 7/21/2010

ISBN-10: 1590780094

ISBN-13: 9781590780091

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